Illinois Family Law Insider
All about navigating Family Law in Illinois — your trusted source for expert answers on divorce, child custody, support calculations, and all family legal matters. Each episode features Managing Partner Katie Vandeusen having meaningful conversations with our seasoned attorneys who break down complex issues into practical guidance.
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Illinois Family Law Insider
How is Alimony (Maintenance) Determined in Illinois? - #2
Is maintenance (Illinois' term for alimony) confusing you? In this Illinois Family Law Insider episode, Sterling Hughes Managing Partner Katie VanDeusen breaks down how courts determine spousal support. Unlike some legal issues with clear formulas, maintenance decisions vary between judges and counties.
We explore:
- What makes someone eligible to receive maintenance in the first place
- The formula judges use to calculate payment amounts (and when they might deviate)
- How the length of your marriage directly affects how long payments continue
- Why "indefinite" maintenance doesn't necessarily mean "permanent"
Listen in for a clear explanation of Illinois' maintenance framework, including the specific statute judges reference and the factors they consider when making these important financial determinations.